The 4th of July celebrations and fireworks shows have come to an end for 2010. Sitting here at the computer I reflect back on all the Independence days I have celebrated in my life and one thing remains constant... I ABSOLUTELY LOVE SPARKLERS! Always have and always will. It's the anticipation. For me it is the culmination of a fun-filled day. At the end of it all, you get to hold a sparkler in your hand - your very own personal firework! - and wave it around, draw in the sky or write you name in the air. And I am not talking about the new kind with the "pretty paper packaging," but the "old school" sparkler with the metal stick that can burn your fingers if you are not careful.
I want to live like a "sparkler." Lit up, dazzling, full of life, a brilliant display so people can see all that is going on in God's Kingdom. A reflection of His mighty work. I would love for my life to resonate like the "boom" of the firework cannons as they blast out the color and "sparks" for all the people whose paths I cross to be able to feel what He is accomplishing. The kind that rolls through your body and soul and makes you realize you are THAT CLOSE to something HUGE.
Hope you and your family and friends had a fantastic 4th of July celebration.
Here's to living life like a sparkler - LIT UP FOR THE KINGDOM and within His Mighty Grip,
Stephanie
And thank you to all of those that have and continue to protect our freedom. You are my sparklers.......
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHH--those days when you first saw a sparkler-instantly wanted to participate----and that began the true love between you and your maternal GRANDMOTHER! Two pyromainiacs chasing fires while you were seated in those old car seats bside her as she was '''suppose to'''be baby sittng------I am laughing from the memories and loving your 'blog'. Thank GOD for HER and the funloving woman she was!
You do "sparkle" Steph-----and I always thank GOD for allowing me to be the care taker of one 'female prsonified' youngster. My reward!
Posted by: You know who! | July 05, 2010 at 11:36 AM
Hi, Steph----just finished 31 4bracelet length of beads you will have to finish tying. My goal is 100 before you leave in Jan/Feb. That should be easy depending on time. I found an apparatus that has a magnifier an I can bead a bit faster. Helps to steady my hands and easier on the eyes. Time for meditation my style----multi tasking an concentration works better
Hope to send a full postal box soon.
love--------
Posted by: You know who! | July 17, 2010 at 02:25 PM